History of the Federal Judiciary


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Donlon, Mary Honor
Born August 25, 1893, in Utica, NY
Died March 5, 1977, in Tucson, AZ

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. Customs Court
Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on June 22, 1955, to a seat vacated by Genevieve R. Cline. Confirmed by the Senate on July 29, 1955, and received commission on August 1, 1955. Assumed senior status on October 1, 1966. Service terminated on March 5, 1977, due to death.

Education:
Cornell University Law School, LL.B., 1920

Professional Career:
Private practice, New York City, 1921-1944
Chairman, New York State Industrial Board, 1944-1945
Chairman, New York State Workers Compensation Board, 1945-1954

Legally changed her name to Mary Donlon Alger following her marriage in 1971

 

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